The Dead Live at The Pepsi Center on 2009-05-07
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d1t02 Feel Like A Stranger
d1t03 Casey Jones
d1t04 Loser
d1t05 Easy Wind
d1t06 Crazy Fingers
d1t07 Lost Sailor >
d1t08 Saint Of Circumstance
d2t01 tuning
d2t02 Deep Elem Blues*
d2t03 Me and My Uncle*
d2t04 Whiskey In the Jar*
d2t05 The Weight*
d2t06 Space >
d2t07 Happy Birthday (Bill) >
d2t08 Ramble On Rose
d3t01 King Solomon's Marbles >
d3t02 Drums >
d3t03 China Doll >
d3t04 Cumberland Blues >
d3t05 Not Fade Away
d3t06 Donor Rap
d3t07 Ripple
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tuning | |||
Feel Like A Stranger | |||
Casey Jones | |||
Loser | |||
Easy Wind | |||
Crazy Fingers | |||
Lost Sailor > | |||
Saint Of Circumstance | |||
tuning | |||
Deep Elem Blues* | |||
Me and My Uncle* | |||
Whiskey In the Jar* | |||
The Weight* | |||
Space > | |||
Happy Birthday (Bill) > | |||
Ramble On Rose | |||
King Solomon's Marbles > | |||
Drums > | |||
China Doll > | |||
Cumberland Blues > | |||
Not Fade Away | |||
Donor Rap | |||
Ripple |
Notes
The Dead
The Pepsi Center
Denver, CO
May 7, 2009
Set One:
d1t01 tuning
d1t02 Feel Like A Stranger
d1t03 Casey Jones
d1t04 Loser
d1t05 Easy Wind
d1t06 Crazy Fingers
d1t07 Lost Sailor >
d1t08 Saint Of Circumstance
Set Two:
d2t01 tuning
d2t02 Deep Elem Blues*
d2t03 Me and My Uncle*
d2t04 Whiskey In the Jar*
d2t05 The Weight*
d2t06 Space >
d2t07 Happy Birthday (Bill) >
d2t08 Ramble On Rose
d3t01 King Solomon's Marbles >
d3t02 Drums >
d3t03 China Doll >
d3t04 Cumberland Blues >
d3t05 Not Fade Away
Encore:
d3t06 Donor Rap
d3t07 Ripple
* whole band, acoustic
Source (AUD): AKG C 480 B comb/ CK63-ULS > Lunatec V3 (optical out) > iRiver iHP-120
Microphone configuration: NOS, OTS, Center, 15' up
Master format: 44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo (.WAV)
Digital transfer: iRiver iHP-120 > USB > PC
Digital editing: WaveLab 5.0a (pre and post set fades)
Tracking & processing for CD: CD Wave Editor 1.95.1 > FLAC Frontend 1.7.1/ FLAC 1.1.2
Distribution format: 44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo (.FLAC)
Recorded, processed and distributed by Chuck Miller (chuck@taperssection.com)
Event notes:
Bill Kreutzmann's 63rd birthday
TheDead2009-05-07_C-483.txt
v.02 05-08-2009 cm
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- 2009-05-08 21:00:44
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- Master format: 44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo (.WAV) Digital transfer: iRiver iHP-120 > USB > PC Digital editing: WaveLab 5.0a (pre and post set fades) Tracking & processing for CD: CD Wave Editor 1.95.1 > FLAC Frontend 1.7.1/ FLAC 1.1.2 Distribution format: 44.1 kHz, 16 bit, stereo (.FLAC)
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- The Pepsi Center
- Year
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Reviews
Subject: -
Subject: WOW
Subject: Great recording but....
Subject: grate show
Subject: great time
Great show all in all, but second set is where it really turned on. The acoustic songs were a treat, and everything that followed was pretty much spot on. King Solomon's Marbles was THE FIRE OF THE NIGHT. Phil and Bill are the shit, always have been, always will be; and Jeff Chimenti is a genius and an absolutely amazing musician, and he is probably more on top of his game than anybody else in that band (and I know what kind of a claim that is, phil lesh is my hero of heroes so he normally gets the highest credit in my book).
Now time for a little constructive criticism. I noticed a hell of a lot of flubs, and I'm not even an obsessive dead-head perfectionist, I didn't even know all of the songs they played and I was still able to catch a bunch of mistakes. Also, as somebody said in an earlier review, Warren is definitely not the fit that they need, he's great, and he fucking nailed the Marbles and china doll, but he doesn't have everything that the Dead needs. Too bad kimock has such bad blood with phil, and too bad herring is tied up with wsp and his own band, because either of those guys would put warren to shame when it comes to GD music. Bobby is great, but he is still one of the weaker links. Mickey is great, but he didn't really impress me very much at all.
This is not a bad review, I'm just stating what it is/was. the scene/family is undying, but the music is at the center of it all, and it was 3/5 stars musically in my book. It was a great show, but there is no way it was deserving of 5 stars. As for the band itself, they don't have the solidity/consistency that 5-star band should have, however, i have yet to listen to the west coast shows, and I have a feeling they might change my mind just a little bit.
we're lucky to have even gotten the chance to see these guys again, I hope everybody had as good of a time as I did!
Subject: EXCELLENT SOUND QUALITY AND SHOW!!!!
Moving on>>>>. How is it some of you could possibly say this show is WEAK? One of the Best shows on tour so far and the Sound quality is equal to Board quality.
I have been seeing the Dead play since 87 Tour and I saw them in Greensboro and I will say that is one of the best show I have ever seen. The DEAD is on Fire and for guys at almost 70 years old I would say you all should be impressed and appreciate the fact that you even have the opportunity to see the Boys so stop being so negative....that is unless you can do better your selves?
Subject: Nice sound
Subject: Live Music!
WHISHKEY IN A JAR!!!! the band didn't even remember it until Jerry remembered and play it for them at rehersal in 1994. Lost art saved for our enjoyment.
Got the Crazy, add Stronger than Dirt! Nice groove. So good.
Back to 1970. If you don't think the Cumberland fits in the set check out 10-31-70, Viola > Cumberland, UJB. nice set closer.
Oh ya, The Weight, China Doll, Ramble On Rose and Ripple. Not a bad bunch of songs, no Rolling Stones, not the Warren isn't rippin up Gimmie Shelter.
Great energy, grateful music, great friends, great fun.
Subject: great show
Subject: whoever fills in
Subject: Works for me
But then again, Grateful/Dead is a different kind of music isn't it? It's not to be judged like Van Halen. It doesn't come from a can. It comes from us, too.
Subject: CHUCK not Charlie
anyway the show was not that great, honestly. sure we all can say the show was good for a few moments, like the drums...but that doesn't make the whole show epic. Sure it was great to see them on stage again, but let's not get carried away here. I believe this star system is for the show, so that's what I give it. The crowd sure was amped and was going apeshit during parts where there was no reason. Great recording for The Can Chuck. Gone are the days...
Subject: Mr. Charlie Miller Rules!!
Once again, amazing recording. Mr. Miller, Kudos to you!
Thanks
Jake
Subject: Question
Oh and really fun show. Warren really seem to make more of an effort to have a Jerry sound rather then an Allman Brothers sound. Thanks boys.
Subject: Just Be Happy
Colorado is the new California
Subject: shows09
Subject: Not bad, not great....
Subject: Pay no attention to the sour grapes below!!
Subject: I agree with ranncerney
I love the Grateful Dead, just not "The Dead" The Melvin/JGB shows before the dead were WAYYY HOTTER shows, I actually got some great solo's that uplifted me, thanks Stu and Melvin! Warren WHO??? Phil sang great, so did Bobby. BUT let's get real here folks, if you think that show was great you are a dumbass! I fell asleep during the 2nd set before drums. I know a good show when I go to one, this wasn't one. Too many folks who think the dead can do no wrong! I laugh at you! Keep the vibe alive, but the music was piss poor! Stay honest and tell the truth. peace
Subject: There are no bad Dead shows!
Subject: Please. Care. More.
Save 5 stars for 5 star shows. Help make a show 5 stars by adding to the energy not bothering people... "so what kind of work do you do?" during space when my eyes are closed.
Good show. Nothing that will stay with me for a lifetime other then my first Lost Sailor.
I had very good seats thanks to my friends!!!
Way to much talking / cell phones etc. I think if everyone was trying to break on through to the other side like I was the show would have been much better.
The recording is very good. And thank you for taking the time to make it and post it so fast.
The "fire alarm" during DEB was funny. The techs were running around on stage trying to find it. Billy gave the band the let's stop signal and Bob gave the "no way lets keep on going signal back" That is when the crowed yelled during that song.
I have seen 6 shows this tour. I am happy with how it all went down. If I had one wish it would be for the boys to go for the KO punch more. Loser, no big build up... IKYR in Chicago... no big "North Bound Train" blow out.... Cumberland is in my top 5 Dead songs but it is not a post drums take your head off type of song.
Recording 4.5 stars. Show 2.5. Thanks again.
Subject: Great show
Subject: 483s
I'll work on getting mine up
Subject: WAY exceeded my expectations
Second, this is the first Dead related show I've seen since spring 1995. I saw 50 Dead shows between 1988-1995, and this was better than any show I attended after 12/28/91, the best show of the New Years 91/92 run. That's right better than any show I saw between 92-95, and I was at the legendary Chapel Hill shows in 93. I was skeptical that it would work without Jerry, but the music lives on.
Subject: Holy crap this is a good recording.
Subject: Good Show, Great Time
I won't go into a critique of every song, BUT I do have to say that King Solomons Marbles was one of the hottest things I have EVER heard ANY band play. Of course I never heard the Grateful Dead play it, it was a few years before my time. But I remember when I first got my hands on that 1975 Great American Music Hall tape around 1985 and I played it till it broke. Hearing that was a real treat and made my night.
Wishing Bill a happy 63rd by way of Space was really cool too!
Two quick thoughts: I am really happy that I am still as tuned into it as ever, i.e. being able to tell what they are about to play based on one or two notes and the underlying themes (in this show, three songs with references to card games?) etc.
Lastly, and this is not just with the Dead but all concerts these days: Can't people just keep their friggin mouths shut for a couple hours? I mean just listen to the music for crying out loud! Case in point, even at a place as nutty as MSG is say, 1982, the crowd sat in rapt silence as the band played and the music would just pour through you unimpeded. Of course we would erupt at the slightest provocation but otherwise we LISTENED!
Not a bunch of chatter all the way through the show! We respected what was being given to us and showed it by just simply and humbly listening. I really miss that about the concert experience these days and in fact I skip some shows because of it.
But hey, as long as they keep rolling Phil Lesh out there, I'll still go.
Subject: Get over yourselves heads
The truth is both are right. It's not Grateful Dead, it's something different and yes, there is some history but who cares? And also, with any music that involves improvisation there is good and bad but why don't you just enjoy it for what it is? The core 4 are in their mid 60's!!?...that's pretty awesome that they can tour at all, we all owe 'em a big thanks!
As far as the chatter about Warren being "a fit or not" is a silly conversation....what a brave man for stepping into those shoes and what a great job he's doing...he said himself he is taking the role with total homage.
Enjoy it people, probably not gonna be too many more of these...smile, smile, smile
Subject: really gr8tful ted?
Subject: Great Show
The sound was terrific and the band caught fire early with Casey Jones. It had a quick moment of "x factor" that comes across with the audience cheer as the rave-up gets pretty fast. The recording only captures some of that magic. Those in attendance at the Pepsi Center certainly will remember what a strong energy wave washed over the crowd, reminding us all why we love Dead shows.
Set two was peculiar to say the least, but it worked and the performances were all top notch.
As a general comment I'll say this. My girlfriend was with me seeing her first show and later commented how the recordings we listen to don't come close to capturing the energy bubbles she felt when actually being there. It was heartwarming to hear her say "NOW I know why you love these shows!!! That was the best concert I've ever seen!!"
For those of us immersed in Dead shows for the last "N" number of years it may be easy to forget how good they can be when you aren't comparing them to the endless epic peaks nestled in your memory banks from a tape you heard three weeks ago.
Anyone judging this band by the recordings should remember that being there is insanely powerful at times. Listening to it later on an audience or SBD recording pales in comparison.
Subject: the best yet
The sound it has makes you feel like you are thee.
WOW
Thanks,
Brian Martin
Subject: Killer show
Subject: 2 SHOWS ?
Subject: Good recording
Subject: I'm not someone who thinks the dead can do not wrong.
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This is only my second time seeing Dead, first time was 2003 with Jimmy Herring, Jeff Chimenti, and Rob Barraco.-
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So 2 shows makes you an expert I take it.... Exactly what is "The Dead" in 09 supposed to sound like? Forgive me but the only thing I can compare it to is 03 - 04 and this band is surely equal to that lineup...
Unless you are another fool thinking you going to see the GD....
Great recording, decent show...
Thanks for the effort in recording it and uploading....
Subject: FANtastic
my only beefs are quaint:
1, there's some sorta fire alarm feedback in deep elem; it goes out though.
2, i'll never get used to the chatter of an audience these days. cell phone conversations? no time to talk elsewhere? doesn't jeff tweedy have some sweet comments about this phenom? karaoke? i mean, come on guys, we have a one show chance, maybe a few if we're lucky, keep the convo to before and after. it creates a highway din of white noise blanketing the inbetween. (seriously, check out a lot of older audience tapes where there's only applause, cheers, whistles, whoops, and listening. even in the capitol theater!)
this whole tour has been amazing. this is another installment of something special. when listening to spaces quiet and warm and spooky familiar, all i can say is, "now pay attention."
for anyone not paying attention, sailor-> saint is the baseline double on a 3-2 slider with two out and two on in the top of the fourth.
p.s. chuck did an amazing job. thank you, man, sweet sounds.
Subject: Another spun gem
The first set is excellent witha killer Stranger and the Crazy Finger> Lost Sailor> Saint of Circumstance is awesome.Easily the best of the Sailor> Saints so far.
The accoustic set is very nice with the Whiskey in the Jar being the best. They do a sweet thing for Billy, I won't give it away and then a nice Ramble on Rose. The King's Solomon Marbles may be the best song of the night, they nail it and Warren is a beast on it.
He does a beautiful job on China Doll too. Cumberland in an odd slot and takes a bit to get going but they bring it all home with a killer NFA.
Another nice Ripple and then Bob has some kind words after that too.
Subject: Great Show, Great Recording
Subject: I'm not someone who thinks the dead can do not wrong.
Subject: Great Recording
Oh, The Dead were pretty much on, too. I love the 10Min Loser.
Subject: Incredible Recording!
Subject: Stand Height makes a difference.
You can test this out by listening to the different versions of this show... This one had mic's at 15' up & enough to keep crowd noise to a min... Awesome job Chuck!!!
Subject: Excellent Audience Recording
Subject: What a great show
Subject: Billy
Great show here. Nice crisp recording, groovy setlist, well balanced and EQ'd. Thanks!
Happy Mothers Day tomorrow, all you Mothers.
And, is it just me or was there a ton of hissss in the vocal mics onstage at this show? I'm surprised Bob wasn't doing the sssnake thing.
Subject: Awesome Show
Subject: omg, amaaazing setlist!
Subject: No problem with the files
Subject: Outstanding job Chuck!
Subject: This sounds like a soundboard
Subject: SO SWEET
Subject: Sounds Sweet!
Subject: Super Psychedelic
Subject: Right on!!
Subject: Charlie Miller, Chuck Miller... whoever
Subject: just happy
Subject: Sweet!
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